image: “og-image.svg” og_image: “og-image.svg”— Talking about “The Faith” implies addressing several dimensions: the religious, the intimate and the practical. Below are key ideas to understand what it means to act based on Faith and how to do it in a solid way.
Traditional definition
A religious definition, cited in catechisms, says: “To trust in what is not seen.” That phrase summarizes the dimension of belief in that which cannot be demonstrated empirically, and which nevertheless guides behaviors and decisions.
An inside look
Faith can also be understood as trusting instinct, desire, vocation or that internal light that guides us. It is a deep trust in a personal direction: an intuition or calling that does not always fit with immediate reasons, but that makes sense to those who feel it.
Maintain a solid foundation
To move steadily towards a goal you need a solid foundation. Moving forward “by Faith” should not imply destroying what one already is or does; On the contrary, responsible progress must allow us to preserve and strengthen personal foundations. It is not advisable to break fundamental habits, values or structures without a solid reason and without guaranteeing their replacement by something equally stable.
Comfort zone and limits
The excuse of Faith should not be allowed to justify recklessly leaving your comfort zone, nor should others force you to abandon it. The comfort zone contains elements necessary for emotional and economic stability; abandoning it without preparation can weaken the foundation that allows you to achieve new goals.
Risks when the foundation deteriorates
If we allow our solid foundation to deteriorate—on our own initiative or through the influence of others—we become vulnerable. Someone malicious can take advantage of that weakness to undermine our foundations and establish a new foundation that does not favor us. That is why it is important to evaluate changes from the protection of what is essential.
Relationship with Maslow’s pyramid
Maslow’s pyramid reminds us that to qualify for “higher” needs we need to cover our basic needs. Faith can fuel lofty aspirations, but without a foundation that covers fundamental needs (security, belonging, health) those aspirations run the risk of remaining unattainable or becoming dangerous.
Practical recommendations
- Distinguish between inspiration and destabilization: Faith as a guide, not as an excuse to destroy the basics.
- Move forward while preserving foundations: any step must be evaluated with respect to its impact on your foundations.
- Protect your essential comfort zone: don’t let others take away what sustains you.
- Seek balance: combine internal trust with concrete security and planning measures.
Acting with healthy Faith is letting that trust be a compass, but walking with your feet supported on a firm base.